Tuesday, 14 June 2016

BRISBANE,
June 12 – Children’s author, Jenny Woolsey, is pleased to announce the release
of her debut middle grade novel, Ride High Pineapple.

This
gutsy contemporary realism novel, is a must read for any child or teenager.
Ride High Pineapple is written through the honest eyes of a teenager born with
a rare craniofacial syndrome. She also suffers from severe anxiety. Written as
a journal, the story deals with critical childhood issues; bullying,
difference, mental illness, friendship ups and downs and young love. It also
shows how one can find self-empowerment through sport.

The story
has been endorsed by the Children’s Craniofacial Association in the USA.

Adolescence is a tough gig, but Issy Burgess has a
few added challenges—facial difference, anxiety, and a relentless bully.
Issy’s story of confronting her fears and working through her difficulties will
inspire middle grade readers. Kudos to Jenny Woolsey for writing Ride High
Pineapple. It ticks all the boxes: skateboarding, besties, and boys. And it’s
chock-a-block full of hope, insight, and solid strategies for handling bullying
and managing anxiety. A must for school libraries and school counsellors!
-Alison Stegert, School Counsellor & Kidlit Author

About the Author

Jenny Woolsey is a Christian, teacher and blogger. She is an advocate
for inclusion of disabled children, and for people living with facial
differences and mental illnesses. She has a Diploma of Teaching (Primary),
Bachelor of Education, Master of Education (Honours) and a Certificate of
Creative Writing. Jenny lives in Queensland, Australia. She writes from
personal experience and aims to help children with their social and emotional
wellbeing.

Ride High Pineapple is available on Amazon.com as a paperback and ebook.